1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 543 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |